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APMC Traders and Farmers Are Affected by the Extended Maratha Reservation Rally

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Vegetable supply to Mumbai and its suburbs has decreased as a result of the prolonged Maratha Reservation Morcha in Vashi’s APMC (Agricultural Produce Market Committee), which has negatively impacted both traders and farmers. The extended presence at the market led to a 15–20 percent decrease in farm product arrivals, and 10 percent of the food was ruined, which exacerbated the effects on the farming community.

All cars headed for Azad Maidan gathered at the APMC market in the evening for parking after Manoj Jarange Patil declared that the protest would be temporarily suspended till the state government issued an ordinance. The administration decided to keep the market closed until Saturday due to the unforeseen inflow. A late-night circular permitting agricultural commodities trains to travel straight from the state to Mumbai was issued due to worries about possible shortages of vegetables in Mumbai.

The decision to divert a considerable number of cars to Mumbai presented a dilemma, though, considering the current protest by the Mathadi workers who are in charge of unloading farm goods in the city. According to Shankar Pingle, the director of the vegetable market, over 450 trucks full with agricultural goods had to be rerouted out of the market in the evening.

In retaliation, vendors erected temporary marketplaces outside the APMC and operated there from 10:00 p.m. till the next evening. The APMC vegetable and fruit market region saw significant traffic congestion due to the surge of trucks. Late-night truck deliveries left drivers unsupervised until the day, costing farmers and businessmen a lot of money since they had to throw away perishable goods valued at millions of rupees.

In an attempt to rescue some of the remaining commodities, dealers accepted trucks filled with fruits, onions, potatoes, and vegetables as business gradually resumed in the afternoon. The extraordinary disturbance underscores the complex difficulties that merchants and the agriculture industry have when civic movements affect daily operations, underscoring the necessity of concerted efforts to lessen similar disruptions in the future.

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Navi Mumbai Police Arrest African National With Rs 1 Crore Worth Of Cocaine In Ulwe

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The Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) of Navi Mumbai Police arrested Jeorge Ocante DaSilva, a 35-year-old native of Guinea, on Monday for possessing 410 grams of cocaine, allegedly intended for illegal sale. Acting on a tip-off, API Alka Patil of the AHTU led a raid at RM Heights Building in Ulwe, where DaSilva was found in possession of the narcotics.

Around 2:30 p.m. on October 28, officers discovered 410 grams of cocaine, valued at approximately Rs 1,02,50,000, hidden in DaSilva’s bedroom. Authorities also seized a mobile phone, a black Tabata weighing scale, scissors, plastic packaging bags, and a sky bag, bringing the total seizure value to Rs 1,02,55,610.

An FIR was filed at Panvel City Police Station under Sections 8(a) and 21(a) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Dasilva was presented in court and remanded to police custody until October 31, 2024. Investigations are ongoing, with the Crime Branch seeking potential accomplices and sources of the narcotics. Notably, Dasilva has a prior NDPS case registered at Nahar Police Station in Mumbai.

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Taloja Society Chairman Detained For Allegedly Abusing Residents And Objecting To Diwali Decorations

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The chairman of a housing society in Taloja Phase One has been detained by Taloja police following allegations of verbal abuse toward residents, including women, and objections to Diwali lighting in the complex. The incident occurred on Tuesday night, sparking outrage among residents.

According to the police, the chairman is accused of abusing a woman with intent to insult her modesty, provoking a breach of peace, and engaging in criminal intimidation. A formal complaint was filed, and the chairman was promptly taken into custody.

The situation intensified after a video of the incident went viral on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), showing a group of men, allegedly from the housing society, verbally abusing residents and threatening to halt Diwali decorations. The video received widespread attention, with users expressing shock over the treatment of residents.

Police officials confirmed that the chairman’s detention is part of an ongoing investigation into the incident. Residents are awaiting further action as authorities work to address the disturbance and ensure the safety of the community amid Diwali festivities.

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Thane Sees Surge of Nomination Filings for 2024 Vidhan Sabha Election

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The final day for filing nominations for the 2024 Vidhan Sabha General Election witnessed a surge of candidates in Thane district, with a total of 281 applications submitted across 18 assembly constituencies. This high turnout signals a competitive race for seats in the upcoming election.

Among the nominees, 114 candidates represent various political parties, while 167 have filed as independents, reflecting a diverse array of participants aiming to represent Thane’s voters. Nominations were filed throughout the day with election decision officers at each constituency, marking an essential step in the electoral process.

Collector and District Election Decision Officer Ashok Shingare announced that the scrutiny of these nomination forms is scheduled for October 30, 2024. Following this verification process, candidates who wish to withdraw their names from the race may do so until November 4, 2024.

As the election date approaches, Thane’s political landscape appears more dynamic than ever, with a record number of candidates ready to contest the assembly seats, making for an engaging electoral season for voters and candidates alike.

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